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LS02 XPW

2002 BMW C1

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

47,534 mi
Last recorded47,534 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW C114,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS02 XPW
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 47,534 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2024 45,516 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 44,175 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2022 42,847 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit FRONT BRAKE PADS (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 May 2021 41,205 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2020 39,837 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 37,510 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 35,391 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 33,059 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 30,748 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 20 Apr 2016 30,748 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2015 28,349 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 29 Apr 2015 28,349 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 May 2014 26,110 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 23,573 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 11 May 2013 23,573 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 May 2012 21,495 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 May 2011 19,438 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 17,476 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 15,165 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 May 2008 13,096 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 13,065 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 May 2007 11,039 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 8,971 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 8,971 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the BMW C1?

Based on 12,168 MOT tests across 1,391 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
1,054
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,391
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 519
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 275
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 262
Brake disc(s) excessively worn 134
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 132
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LS02 XPW is a 2002 BMW C1 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 BMW C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 14,500 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW C1 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 519 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LS02 XPW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 24 years old, this BMW C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LS02 XPW registered?

LS02 XPW is a 2002 BMW C1, first registered on 22 May 2002.

Is LS02 XPW safe to buy?

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